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Panthers | Carolina signs 11 to futures deals Tue Jan 9, 06:02 AM
Carolina Panthers RB Tarik Cohen, RB Mike Boone, RB Spencer Brown, WR Jalen Camp, WR Cam Sims, TE Jordan Matthews, TE Chris Pierce, OT Badara Traore, DE Raequan Williams, CB AJ Parker and CB Lamar X. Jackson signed Reserve/Future contracts on Monday, Jan. 8.
| Footballguys view: There are quite a few skill position players here that Fantasy GMs in super crazy deep dynasty formats should keep an eye on. We'll still throw out some love for Jordan Matthews just because a tight end that size can be a weapon in the red zone. However, most all of these guys are running out of time to prove themselves in the NFL. |
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Panthers | Tarik Cohen activated Wed Dec 27, 01:29 PM
Carolina Panthers RB Tarik Cohen (hamstring) was activated off practice squad injured reserve on Wednesday, Dec. 27.
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Panthers | Tarik Cohen placed on practice squad IR Mon Nov 6, 07:12 PM
Carolina Panthers RB Tarik Cohen (undisclosed) was placed on the practice squad Reserve/Injured list Monday, Nov. 6.
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Panthers | Tarik Cohen back in the NFL Tue Sep 12, 08:43 PM
Free-agent RB Tarik Cohen (Bears) is signing with the Carolina Panthers' practice squad, per source on Tuesday, Sept. 12.
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Panthers | Tarik Cohen working out Tue Sep 12, 05:09 PM
Free-agent RB Tarik Cohen (Bears) worked out for the Carolina Panthers on Tuesday, Sept. 12.
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NFL | Tarik Cohen healthy Sat Aug 26, 12:17 AM
Free-agent RB Tarik Cohen (Bears) has completely recovered from his Achilles tendon injury and is ready to start working out for teams.
| Footballguys view: Cohen flashed as a reserve runner and special teams player for the Bears, but he hasn't been in a regular season game since 2020. An ACL injury cost him the entirety of the 2021 season, the Bears released him in 2022 and Cohen injured his Achilles' while training that year. Now he's healthy and looking for work. Perhaps some teams will show interest in the veteran change-of-pace back. |
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NFL | Serious injury for Tarik Cohen Tue May 17, 08:42 PM
Updating a previous report, free-agent RB Tarik Cohen (Achilles) suffered a torn Achilles' tendon during his workout Tuesday, May 17.
| Footballguys view: Devastating news for Cohen, who was coming back from an ACL tear in 2020 after not playing last year. This could be it for the diminutive playmaker, which is sad because he peaked at age 23 with over 1000 total yards and eight scores, suggesting the best was yet to come if he had remained healthy. |
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NFL | Tarik Cohen injured during training Tue May 17, 02:16 PM
Free-agent RB Tarik Cohen (Bears) appeared to suffer a significant lower leg injury while training Tuesday, May 17.
| Footballguys view: There has been some speculation from training video posted on social media that he may have torn his right Achilles. Cohen was still trying to get back after a horrific knee injury in 2020 knocked him out of the entire 2021 season. This latest setback could be career threatening. |
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Bears | Tarik Cohen released Fri Mar 11, 12:36 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen (knee) was released with an injury designation Friday, March 11. He hopes to be ready for the start of 2022.
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Bears | Two players may be punt returners Wed Feb 23, 07:24 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen and WR Dazz Newsome likely will be candidate for the punt returner job next season if the team does not re-sign impending free-agent WR Jakeem Grant.
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Bears | Tarik Cohen lands on PUP Tue Aug 31, 06:08 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen (knee) was placed on the Reserve/Physically Unable to Perform list Tuesday, Aug. 31.
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Bears | Tarik Cohen nowhere close to return Tue Aug 3, 02:21 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen (knee) is 'weeks away' from being activated off the Physically Unable to Perform list, according to comments made by head coach Matt Nagy on Tuesday, Aug. 3.
| Footballguys view: If he's 'weeks away' then that means Cohen is unlikely to return for training camp and the preseason. In fact, there's a chance that Cohen could begin the regular season on the PUP list. This means the Bears could lean on Damien Williams to do a little more when starter David Montgomery needs a rest. |
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Bears | Tarik Cohen placed on PUP list Sun Jul 25, 04:37 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen (knee) was placed on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform list Sunday, July 25.
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Bears | Tarik Cohen still recovering Thu Jul 8, 10:08 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen (knee) had his right leg wrapped and did not take part in minicamp, and Mark Grote of WSCR Radio said Cohen looked 'a bit stiff' while walking around.
| Footballguys view: Cohen tore his ACL in Week 3 last year and has been on the road to recovery ever since. That road does include some stiffness - even months later. We'll see how much Cohen can participate in practice when training camp opens up. When healthy, Cohen is the change-of-pace back behind starter David Montgomery. The Bears also added Damien Williams this offseason, and the former Chiefs starter would get a larger workload if Montgomery has to miss time. |
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Bears | Tarik Cohen update Thu Jan 14, 01:55 AM
Chicago Bears GM Ryan Pace indicated he is 'hopeful' that RB Tarik Cohen (knee) will be ready for training camp.
| Footballguys view: Cohen tore his ACL in September and missed the remainder of the 2020 season. It will be interesting to see how he's utilized upon his return. Yes, he's a nice change-of-pace back but starter David Montgomery seemed to thrive with a larger role once Cohen went down. Getting Cohen out there as a receiving back will reduce the production and fantasy potential of Montgomery in 2021. Stay tuned. |
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Bears | Tarik Cohen lands on injured reserve Tue Sep 29, 05:05 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen (knee) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list with a torn anterior cruciate ligament Tuesday, Sept. 29. The Bears signed Artavis Pierce from the practice squad to fill his spot on the roster.
| Footballguys view: Cohen's season is over due to this knee injury. The team has David Montgomery as the lead back and without Cohen they'll use more Cordarrelle Patterson and Ryan Nall in change-of-pace roles. |
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Bears | Tarik Cohen done for the year Mon Sep 28, 02:27 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen (knee) was diagnosed with a torn anterior cruciate ligament and was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Monday, Sept. 28.
| Footballguys view: Cohen just got a new contract from the Bears about a week ago and now will be done for the 2020 season. The Bears now move forward continuing with David Montgomery as their lead back but Cordarrelle Patterson and Ryan Nall will work as reserve runners. Cohen should be ready around the start of the 2021 season, although the Bears will likely take it easy on him in next year's training camp. |
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Bears | Tarik Cohen believed to have torn ACL Sun Sep 27, 05:32 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen (knee) is feared to have suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament during the Week 3 game, according to head coach Matt Nagy.
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Bears | Tarik Cohen sees six touches in win Sun Sep 20, 08:43 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen rushed five times for 12 yards in Week 2 against the New York Giants while adding a catch for 15 yards on his only target.
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Bears | Tarik Cohen receives contract extension Sun Sep 20, 08:02 AM
The Chicago Bears agreed to a three-year contract extension with RB Tarik Cohen Sunday, Sept. 20. The deal is worth at least $17.25 million in new money (at $5.75 million annually) but could be worth at least $18.25 million (at $6.093 million annually).
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Bears | Tarik Cohen near new deal Sat Sep 19, 12:50 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen and the team are close to agreeing on a contract extension and it could get done Saturday, Sept. 19, following a week of 'fruitful discussions,' according to the NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
| Footballguys view: A fourth-round pick out of North Carolina A&T in the 2017 NFL draft, Cohen has worked well as a receiving back and change-of-pace back for the Bears. He's not in line to get huge money, so it will be interesting to see what kind of contract the team puts together. |
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Bears | Tarik Cohen totals nine touches Sun Sep 13, 09:58 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen rushed seven times for 41 yards in Week 1 against the Detroit Lions and he added two grabs for six yards on his two touches.
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Bears | Tarik Cohen improving durability Tue Jun 16, 03:01 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen admitted recently he didn't take good enough care of his body in 2019 and is working this offseason to be better prepared for the wear and tear. ''I've been doing yoga now, stretching more often and just like the small training room - in-house things you do to keep your body durable,'' Cohen said. ''And to keep the wear-and-tear of the season off of you longer. I really slacked on that.'
| Footballguys view: Cohen is a small-but-compact player so injuries and durability are always going to be a concern. He didn't stand out in the Bears backfield in 2019, and many are blaming QB Mitchell Trubisky for the offensive woes. We'll see if Nick Foles can win the starting job from Trubisky in training camp and if that helps out the Bears offense. Cohen is a frequently targeted part of the passing game, and if more efficient as a pass-catcher we could see him pay off as a deep flex option in PPR leagues. |
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Bears | Tarik Cohen part of the plan Mon Jun 15, 09:55 AM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen is part of the team's plans in the offseason to try to restore his performance after he averaged just 5.77 yards per reception last season. A player has only caught 70 balls and averaged fewer yards once in NFL history. Cohen also had nine drops. Cohen said his body deteriorated more - and faster - toward the end of the season. His hips were tight and, because of that, his lower back hurt. Cohen said he has been doing yoga and stretching more often this offseason.
| Footballguys view: We'll see if the Bears offense looks different in 2020. They didn't get as much as they wanted last year from either Cohen or his backfield mate David Montgomery. The team is going to have a competition for the starting quarterback position so perhaps Nick Foles (if he wins the job) can help this team perform at a higher level on offense. Cohen is a RB4 for Fantasy GMs in PPR leagues. |
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Bears | Tarik Cohen inefficient in red zone Sat Jun 6, 05:40 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen caught 73 of 98 targets in 2019, but he caught just five of nine red-zone targets.
| Footballguys view: Cohen will continue to be targeted early and often in the Bears offense. We'll see who wins the starting QB job between Mitchell Trubisky and Nick Foles. Either way, Cohen should be a continued top target in the offense. |
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Bears | Hands betrayed Tarik Cohen in 2019 Wed May 13, 11:22 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen was credited with eight drops last season - the most of any running back in the NFL.
| Footballguys view: Cohen needs to do a better job of snaring passes with his role on the Bears offense. He's a smaller target so passes need to be more on the mark with Cohen than they are with larger receiving backs with a larger wingspan. Cohen has flex appeal for Fantasy GMs in PPR formats. |
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Bears | First downs rare for Tarik Cohen in 2019 Thu Mar 26, 11:44 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen picked up a first down on only 18 of his 79 catches in 2019. The resulting 22.8-percent first-down rate was the lowest in the league among all players with at least 50 receptions.
| Footballguys view: Cohen will need to be better in this department in 2020. Lord only knows who is going to be the starting quarterback to get him (and others) the ball. We'll see Nick Foles and Mitchell Trubisky compete for the starting job in training camp. |
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Bears | Tarik Cohen logs five touches in Week 16 Mon Dec 23, 01:24 AM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen carried twice for eight yards and hauled in three of his four targets for 25 yards in Week 16 versus the Kansas City Chiefs.
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Bears | Chicago not planning on resting starters Mon Dec 16, 01:27 PM
Chicago Bears QB Mitchell Trubisky, RBs David Montgomery and Tarik Cohen, WRs Allen Robinson and Anthony Miller are among the players who will continue to start over the final two weeks of the season despite the team falling out of the playoff race, according to head coach Matt Nagy.
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Bears | Tarik Cohen totals 15 touches Sun Dec 15, 08:34 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen rushed eight times for 28 yards in Week 15 against the Green Bay Packers while adding seven grabs for 57 yards on 10 targets.
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Bears | Tarik Cohen catches six passes Fri Dec 6, 01:26 AM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen ran three times for seven yards against the Dallas Cowboys in Week 14. He also caught six passes for 24 yards.
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Bears | Tarik Cohen bottled up in Week 13 Thu Nov 28, 04:46 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen ran for nine yards on three carries and caught all four of his targets for 26 yards in Week 13 versus the Detroit Lions.
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Bears | Tarik Cohen totals 13 touches Sun Nov 24, 07:39 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen ran six times for a team-high 25 yards in Week 12 against the New York Giants and he added seven receptions for 29 yards on nine targets.
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Bears | Another TD for Tarik Cohen Mon Nov 18, 01:38 AM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen carried the ball nine times for 39 yards and caught five passes for 35 yards and a touchdown against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday, Nov. 17.
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Bears | Tarik Cohen totals seven touches, TD Sun Nov 10, 06:41 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen rushed three times for 14 yards in Week 10 against the Detroit Lions while finishing with four grabs for 23 yards and a touchdown.
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Bears | Just four touches for Tarik Cohen Sun Nov 3, 05:42 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen ran twice for seven yards in Week 9 against the Philadelphia Eagles and he added two grabs for nine yards on five targets.
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Bears | Tarik Cohen totals seven touches Sun Oct 27, 04:58 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen posted four runs for nine yards in Week 8 against the Los Angeles Chargers and he added three receptions for 37 yards on three targets.
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Bears | Tarik Cohen totals 10 touches Sun Oct 6, 06:12 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen rushed four times for 10 yards in Week 5 against the Oakland Raiders in London and he added six grabs for 39 yards on seven targets.
| Footballguys view: Cohen was able to benefit from Chase Daniel starting and put up a solid PPR day, but it wasn't an impact performance outside of a long punt return. He'll be PPR emergency/bye/injury depth after the bye, with an arrow pointing down when Mitchell Trubisky comes back. |
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Bears | Tarik Cohen scores team's only TD Mon Sep 30, 02:02 AM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen posted 18 total yards and a touchdown against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday, Sept. 29.
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Bears | Tarik Cohen goes nowhere fast Mon Sep 23, 11:42 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen rushed four times for minus-2 yards in Week 3 against the Washington Redskins on Monday, Sept. 23, and he added two grabs for 26 yards on four targets.
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Bears | Tarik Cohen manages just 25 yards Mon Sep 16, 01:53 AM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen registered 25 yards on six combined touches (four rushes, two receptions) in Week 2 against the Denver Broncos.
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Bears | Tarik Cohen hauls in eight passes Fri Sep 6, 12:57 AM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen caught a team-high eight passes for 49 yards against the Green Bay Packers on Thursday, Sept. 5.
| Footballguys view: Cohen was used as a slot receiver and relegated Anthony Miller to the bench. He'll remain a PPR flex as long as he is used like this. He could be featured in the passing game against the Broncos next week. |
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Bears | Tarik Cohen expecting same role Thu Jun 20, 01:49 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen is expecting to maintain his role as the team's change-of-pace back this season despite an overhaul with the rest of the Bears' backfield. 'I feel like I'm going to be doing the same things I was doing last year,' Cohen told SiriusXM NFL Radio on Thursday, June 20. 'My role is not going to change. I still have to be the receiving back, come in be the change of pace back, running the ball, be that speedy guy. I'm just prepared for anything however I get the ball.'
| Footballguys view: We anticipate that Cohen will be the 'Lightning' to the 'Thunder' of Davis or Montgomery in 2019. Cohen should get less than 100 carries, but his role is as a dangerous receiver out of the backfield. Projecting him for 70-plus catches again sounds about right. He's got flex appeal, especially in PPR format. Cohen has a current ADP of RB28 (5.11) in 12-team PPR leagues. |
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Bears | Tarik Cohen sees just four touches Sun Jan 6, 08:25 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen rushed once for no gain and he had three grabs for 27 yards on five targets in the NFC Wild Card Game playoff loss against the Philadelphia Eagles.
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Bears | Tarik Cohen makes most of chances Sun Dec 30, 11:45 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen rushed five times for 24 yards and a touchdown and caught two passes for eight yards in a 24-10 win over the Minnesota Vikings in Week 17.
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Bears | Chicago could pull starters in Week 17 Mon Dec 24, 03:02 PM
Chicago Bears QB Mitchell Trubisky, RBs Jordan Howard and Tarik Cohen and WR Allen Robinson are among the players head coach Matt Nagy plans to be 'smart' with versus the Minnesota Vikings in Week 17, suggesting he could pull his team's starters if the Los Angeles Rams appear as if they will secure the NFC's second first-round bye.
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Bears | Quiet outing for Tarik Cohen Sun Dec 23, 10:58 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen rushed six times for 12 yards and caught one pass for seven yards in a 14-9 win over the San Francisco 49ers in Week 16.
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Bears | Tarik Cohen totals 10 touches Sun Dec 16, 06:50 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen posted five runs for 21 yards and he added a five receptions for 31 yards and a touchdown on six targets in Week 15 against the Green Bay Packers.
| Footballguys view: Cohen could have had a second score if he had turned a reception in the red zone upfield instead of going out of bounds. He'll be a PPR RB2 against the 49ers next week. |
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Bears | Tarik Cohen amasses 89 total yards Mon Dec 10, 01:04 AM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen ran for 69 yards on nine carries and hauled in all four of his targets for 20 yards in Week 14 versus the Los Angeles Rams.
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Bears | Tarik Cohen torches Giants Sun Dec 2, 09:57 PM
Chicago Bears RB Tarik Cohen rushed eight times for 30 yards and caught 12 passes for 156 yards in a 30-27 loss to the New York Giants in Week 13. He also threw a one-yard touchdown pass.
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